Danificar
Example: Cuidado para não danificar o carro ao estacionar.
Definition
"Danificar" means to cause harm, damage, or deterioration to something, making it less effective, useful, or valuable. For example, when you "danificar" a car, you inflict physical harm that reduces its condition or functionality.
Etymology
The word "danificar" comes from the Latin 'damnificare,' which means to harm or injure. It entered Portuguese through Old French 'danafigier.' Did you know? The root 'damn-' is also related to words like 'damage' and 'demand,' all linked to the idea of loss or harm.
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